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Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Barcode 5060088700099

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Yes — Peanut Butter Protein Bars is ultra-processed.

This bar is ultra-processed because it contains chicory fibre (an industrially processed fibre ingredient) and natural flavouring (an extracted additive used to modify taste). The presence of these additives places it in the ultra-processed category under NOVA, even though the base ingredients like dates and peanuts are minimally processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

dates (39%)
OK

peanuts (30%)
OK

peanut butter (10%)
OK

peanut flour (10%)
UPF

chicory fibre

Fiber extracted from chicory root used as a dietary fiber additive and bulking ingredient.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.

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Common questions about Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Is Peanut Butter Protein Bars ultra-processed?

Yes — Peanut Butter Protein Bars by nakd is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This bar is ultra-processed because it contains chicory fibre (an industrially processed fibre ingredient) and natural flavouring (an extracted additive used to modify taste). The presence of these additives places it in the ultra-processed category under NOVA, even though the base ingredients like dates and peanuts are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Peanut Butter Protein Bars are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Peanut Butter Protein Bars as ultra-processed markers: chicory fibre, natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Peanut Butter Protein Bars?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Choc Brownie Natural Protein Bar by TRIBE. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.